Did you know that IPPL is known for its extensive and in-depth movie collection? We have nearly 11,000 DVDs with everything from silent movies from the 1910s to multiple copies of recent blockbusters. That's 100 years of movie magic! Learn more about our DVD collection on the library's Books, Movies, and More page.  

For example, you can find more than 50 lists of recommended movies prepared by our library staff on the "Find Your Next Great Movie" page. 

Looking for a personalized movie recommendation? Fill out the Movies and TV Just for You form, and our library staff will make recommendations based on your specific tastes.

Like to talk movies? Join our Friday night Movie Discussion Group. Watch specially-selected movies with other film fans, then take part in lively staff-led discussion. 

Families! Join us this Wednesday for Pages for All Ages, a family book discussion and pen pal program. Mid-kids in grades 1-6 will become reading and writing buddies with a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle or other adult relative. Pairs meet twice a month (March 11, March 25, April 8, and April 22, 7-8 p.m.) to select a book and exchange letters. This is a Junction program, and IPPL cardholders who participate in designated Junction programs earn entries into monthly and grand prize drawings donated by the Friends of IPPL. Register here. 

Our second floor art gallery is filled with the winners of the Darien Woman's Club Creative Youth Art Fair. The artists are from Darien and between the ages of four years and 12th grade.  

Both displays run through the end of March. Visit our website for a full schedule.  

It's Teen Tech Week, and we're challenging teens in grades 7-12 to design a 3D object that will make the life of a student easier. Entries will be judged on functionality, creativity, and originality. All entries that meet our 3D printer policy (go to 3dprinter.ippl.info) will be printed free of charge on the library's 3D printer. Email your questions and 3D design entries to Teen Librarian Tyler Works at tylerw@ippl.info with the subject line 3D Design Challenge. Entries are due by this Saturday, March 14. Winners will be announced next week. 

Prizes

1st Place: 3Doodler 2.0 pen (a portable 3D printing pen)
2nd Place: 10 free hours of 3D printing @ IPPL
3rd Place: 5 free hours of 3D printing @ IPPL 

Teens seeking summer employment, internships, and/or volunteer opportunities should check out our Teen Summer Job Fair on Saturday, March 21. 

1-2 p.m.
A panel of managers and job coaches will give advice on how to get a job and keep it.
 

2-4 p.m.
Local businesses will be on hand to discuss a variety of opportunities for teens.
 

The fair is hosted by IPPL, the Darien Chamber of Commerce, and Willowbrook/Burr Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Industry.  

Have you heard? Our new online catalog will go live on April 14! 

Our library's catalog is provided by SWAN, a network of 77 local libraries offering more than 8 million items, and the new catalog is part of SWAN's conversion to a new software system. (Please note: SWAN will be unavailable April 11-13 during software installation.)

It's not too early to get ready! Most of your account information will be automatically transferred to the new catalog, such as holds, checkouts, and reading history. However, your PIN will be reset to the last four digits of the primary phone number on your account. Please see our library staff to be sure that your phone number (and other information) is up-to-date by April 10! After April 14, you may change your PIN. Visit newcatalog.ippl.info for more information.   

In addition, if you have created wish lists in your SWAN account and want a copy of them, please export them (print or email) before April 10. Click here for instructions. 

At the time this list is published, there are still openings in these programs. Each program is linked to its description and registration form (when required). Drop-in programs have an asterisk (*).  

Teal: Kids & Families

Blue: Mid-Kids

Purple: Teens